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Sports and Outdoors

Enjoy a strong, active life inside the classroom and out at the University of South Carolina. Our campus includes a vast, fitness-centered program of facilities, services, adventure trips and more.

Our campus wellness program has something for everyone. Stay in tip-top condition with weightlifting, personal training and group exercise classes. Play pick-up games of basketball, volleyball or ping pong. Swim laps or cool off for an afternoon in one of our three campus pools.

Expand your fitness horizon with local or regional outdoor adventures, fun activities like laser tag and relaxing outdoor yoga classes at the Healthy Carolina Farmers Market or on one of our outdoor fields. A fit mind and body are a fantastic foundation for your education.

 

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  • Club and Intramural Sports

    Whether you’re seeking a fun league team or want to be a contender for the intramural championship, you can find a team playing at your level. Everyone with a current CarolinaCard is eligible to play in any of our leagues, sport clubs, tournaments, and special events.

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Gamecock Athletics

Enjoy the thrill of Gamecock sports throughout the year by supporting the university’s 19 NCAA Division I teams. From national championship women’s basketball and volleyball to power-packed men’s football and tennis, there’s always a team to cheer on. 

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Life Outside

It’s easy to relax and unwind from the academic grind. Seasonal South Carolina can be your home base for a wide range of outdoor experiences from the coast to the mountains and every region in-between.

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    Outdoor Recreation

    Ride, float, hike, climb and get outside to your heart’s content. Connect with local and regional adventure tips as well as on-campus options such as challenge courses.

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    Equipment and Rentals

    Rent camping, water equipment and related trip accessories on campus at the ORec Hub. Daily, weekend or weekly terms are available for UofSC students.

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    Nearby Adventures

    Tap into regularly scheduled local and regional excursions as well as cooking classes. Trips are open to students, faculty and staff of all experience levels.

 

 

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  • Wellness and Fitness Center

    Our on-campus fitness center offers a world of fitness options. Incorporate weight and cardio equipment, group exercise classes, indoor and outdoor pools, a 52’ climbing wall, indoor track and much more into your daily routine.

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Adventures Await

Connect with off-campus adventures with fellow students to help you recharge. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced outdoorsperson, you’ll find a variety of well-planned outdoor adventures to join in on each semester.

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See for yourself.

A University of South Carolina education is so much bigger than our downtown campus. Come take a closer look at all the ways your college education can enrich your life. 

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